Featuring bright citrus, Aperol, and tequila, frozen Aperol Margaritas are totally refreshing. Cheers to warm summer nights with this easy cocktail recipe!

frozen Aperol margarita in a glass with orange slice and mint garnishes

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Aperol Spritz Margaritas

These fun, colorful Aperol margaritas are a zippy twist on the classic Aperol spritz. Featuring a delightful combination of orange juice, grapefruit juice, Aperol, and tequila, you’ll fall in love at first sip.

Made with a few simple ingredients and blended to chilled perfection, cool down any hot day with a batch of Aperol margaritas.

Why You’ll Love this Frozen Margarita Recipe:

  • A TWIST: Aperol margaritas are a unique twist on margaritas. Aperol adds a little something extra and the citrus pop comes from orange and grapefruit juices.
  • EASY: Make the ice cubes, combine the ingredients, and blend.
  • PARTY PERFECT: These margaritas are refreshing summer cocktail for celebrations like Cinco de Mayo, BBQs, potlucks, parties, and more.

Frozen Aperol margaritas will be the star of any summertime party! Serve with chips, salsa, and guacamole. Cheers!

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How to Make Aperol Margaritas

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  1. Make the juice ice cubes.
  2. Add all ingredients to a blender.
  3. Blend, pour, and serve.
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frozen Aperol margaritas in glasses with orange slice and mint garnishes
What is Aperol?

Bright orange in color and bittersweet, Aperol is an Italian apéritif that has notes of rhubarb and orange.

What kind of blender should I use?

I love using a Vitamix for frozen cocktails, but any high-powered blender will work.

How can I add a little spice?

Dip the rim of each glass into Tajín seasoning for a little something extra!

frozen Aperol margaritas in glasses with orange slice and mint garnishes

Make Ahead Instructions

Make the ice cubes up to a month in advance. Store ice cubes in an airtight container in the freezer until ready to use.

Aperol Margarita Variations

Aperol: Instead of Aperol, use an equal amount of Campari. Campari is a little more bitter than Aperol, so you may taste a difference.

Juice: Freshly squeezed juice is best. Instead of orange or grapefruit juices, use your favorites. Bottled juice works in a pinch.

No Blender? No Problem!

Instead of blending all of the ingredients together, divide the juice ice cubes between 2 glasses. Mix the remaining ingredients together and pour half into each glass on top of the cubes. They won’t be frozen margaritas, but will still be delicious.

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frozen Aperol margaritas in glasses with orange slice and mint garnishes

Now that you know how to make these incredible Aperol Margaritas, be sure to give them a try. You won’t be disappointed! Check out these other fantastic margarita recipes, too!

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Aperol Margaritas Recipe

4.50 from 4 votes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 0 minutes
Freeze Time: 4 hours
Total: 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Author: Becky Hardin
frozen Aperol margaritas in glasses with orange slice and mint garnishes
Featuring bright citrus, Aperol, and tequila, frozen Aperol Margaritas are totally refreshing. Cheers to warm summer nights with this easy cocktail recipe!
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Ingredients 

For the Ice Cubes

  • ¾ cup orange juice
  • ¾ cup pink grapefruit juice

For the Margaritas

  • 2 ounces Aperol
  • 2 ounces tequila
  • 1 ½ ounces orange juice
  • 1 ounce pink grapefruit juice
  • Juice of one lime
  • Orange or grapefruit slices, mint, and squeeze of lime juice for garnish

Instructions 

  • Make the juice ice cubes. Fill half of an empty ice cube tray with orange juice and the other half with pink grapefruit juice. Freeze completely.
    ¾ cup orange juice, ¾ cup pink grapefruit juice
    orange and grapefruit juice ice cubes in a bowl
  • Once frozen, add the juice ice cubes and remaining ingredients to a blender.
    2 ounces Aperol, 2 ounces tequila, 1 ½ ounces orange juice, 1 ounce pink grapefruit juice, Juice of one lime
    hand pouring Aperol into a blender
  • Blend until smooth. Pour into glasses and serve.
    Orange or grapefruit slices, mint, and squeeze of lime juice
    frozen Aperol margarita mixture in a blender

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Calories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 3mgPotassium: 395mgFiber: 1gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 236IUVitamin C: 85mgCalcium: 21mgIron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Meet Becky Hardin

Becky Hardin is a wife and mother living in Saint Louis Missouri. She founded The Cookie Rookie in 2012 as a creative way to share recipes. Now, she is a trusted resource for easy cooking around the world, being featured in Taste of Home, The Kitchn, ABC’s Home and Family, and more. Here at The Cookie Rookie she is the editor in chief of all recipes and continues to enjoy sharing her passion for cooking for busy families. She has since founded two additional food blogs, Easy Chicken Recipes and Easy Dessert Recipes.

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